Zinc phosphate

Zinc phosphate

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Name = Zinc phosphate
ImageFile = Zinc_phosphate.jpg
ImageName = Zinc phosphate
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Section1 = Chembox Identifiers
CASNo = 7779-90-0
Section2 = Chembox Properties
Formula = Zn3(PO4)2
MolarMass = 386.11 g/mol
Appearance = white crystals
Density = 4 g/cm3, solid
MeltingPt = 900°C
BoilingPt =
Solubility = Insoluble
Section3 = Chembox Structure
CrystalStruct = monoclinic
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Zinc phosphate (Zn3(PO4)2) is an inorganic chemical compound used as a corrosion resistant coating on metal surfaces either as part of an electroplating process or applied as a primer pigment (see also red lead). Zinc phosphate coats better on a crystalline structure than bare metal, so a seeding agent is often used as a pre-treatment. One common agent is sodium pyrophosphate [cite web |url=http://www.pfonline.com/articles/099606.html |title=Zinc Phosphate Coatings on NonFerrous Substrates -- Part I |last=Menke |first=Joseph T. | publisher=PFOnline |accessdate=2006-08-07]

Natural forms of zinc phosphate include minerals hopeite and parahopeite, Zn3(PO4)2·4H2O. Somewhat similar mineral is a natural hydrous zinc phosphate called tarbuttite, Zn2(PO4)(OH). Whole are known from oxidation zones of Zn ore beds and were formed through oxidation of sphalerite by the presence of phosphate-rich solutions. Anhydrous form was not found naturally yet.

Zinc phosphate is formed from zinc phosphate cement and used in dentistry. Zinc phosphate cement is one of the oldest and widely used cements, and is commonly used for luting permanent metal restorations and as a base for dental restorations.Zinc phosphate cement is used for cementation of inlays, crowns, bridges, and orthodontic appliances and occasionally as a temporary restoration. It is prepared by mixing zinc oxide and magnesium oxide powders with a liquid consisting principally of phosphoric acid, water, and buffers. It is the standard cement to measure against. It has the longest track record of use in dentistry. It is still commonly used, however, resin-modified glass ionomer cements are more convenient and stronger when used in a dental setting.

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